Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is set to launch new iPads on Tuesday, and according to a prominent tech journalist, the tech giant should focus on transforming them into genuine laptop substitutes.
What Happened: In the latest installment of his weekly “Power On” newsletter, Bloomberg columnist Mark Gurman suggested that Apple should prioritize making the iPad a true laptop replacement. He argued that Apple has been taking half-measures in this direction and needs to make a firm commitment.
“From a business standpoint, there's always been a fear that the iPad will cannibalize Mac sales if it gets too powerful. So what? Neither category is doing that hot right now,” Gurman said, adding, “Apple should just make the best iPad it can, while also making the best Mac it can. The days of purposely holding back the iPad need to end.”
According to Gurman, Apple ...